Serving 510 students in grades 5-6, Bell Intermediate Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Intermediate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bell Intermediate Academy's student population of 510 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Bell Intermediate Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Intermediate Academy is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1203 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Intermediate Academy's ranking?
Bell Intermediate Academy is ranked #1203 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Bell Intermediate Academy?
510 students attend Bell Intermediate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bell Intermediate Academy students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bell Intermediate Academy?
Bell Intermediate Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bell Intermediate Academy offer ?
Bell Intermediate Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bell Intermediate Academy part of?
Bell Intermediate Academy is part of MSD Martinsville Schools School District.
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